Great Value Waterproof Cameras Under $100 for 2012

Waterproof cameras under $100 are available with major brands like Kodak, Panasonic, Pentax, Sony and Fujifilms. There are other obscure brands that are also worth appreciating. There are so many reviewers of waterproof camera out there and there is no way to be sure that their experience will be similar to yours. If a camera generally gets multiple poor reviews, you might want to stay away. Sometimes, even the most expensive professional photography device get poor reviews, so bear that in mind.

If you have to hurry and buy an inexpensive waterproof camera quick for an upcoming vacation or trip you have booked, read on. To save you time, here is a list of well-reviewed, great value, best underwater cameras that cost less than $100.

Kodak Easyshare Sport waterproof camera C12312 Megapixel device is likely one of the best in its category under a hundred dollars and is the top selling bargain waterproof camera on Amazon, hundreds of people have reviewed these and love them.

This camera can withstand a depth of 3 meters which is sufficient for most underwater activities. You can buy this Kodak device for $80 at Amazon.com, sometimes less. 

It comes with a CCD image sensor unlike what other digital cameras offer. This can help give good picture quality in low light, underwater, but those who don’t have eye for detail might not see the difference.

Intova SS1000 1.3 MP digital waterproof camera is another affordable photographic device under $100, even well under $50. You can buy this from Amazon.com for as little as $35. The transparent casing allows you to see the electronic components. It has video and photo capabilities.

Before you get too excited, this is not a camera that will give you the best results because of the low megapixel resolution.  If you want great holiday snaps at the beach, in the sea, or while snorkeling diving, don't buy this. This is designed for children who want to have fun with an underwater camera. It is on the list because of the low price and reasonable quality compared to others.  Ave reviews are about 3.5 stars.

Bell & Howell Splash waterproof camera 12.2 Megapixel with 5x optical zoom is another nice little camera that will cost you $60 at most online retailers. Most will include free shipping with your purchase because of the compact size.

This camera comes with a large enough 2.7 LCD screen that makes viewing and preview easy. With most cameras in this price range, you need to be aware that the LCD might not give the best results when you are using it in direct sunlight but that is a common complaint.

Vivitar Vivicam 8400 8.1 Megapixel digital waterproof camera is likely one of the cutest for those who like bright colors. You can take this camera up to a depth of 10 meters underwater. That is a lot because most people will likely never use theirs at such depth. 

If you plan to take fun pictures underwater at the beach or at swimming pools, this $70 camera will be a welcome addition. If you don’t plan to go underwater, this will still make a great addition for those who want to go off into the rain forest or go off on winter snow vacations where the chance of moisture ingress into the camera may ruin a more expensive one,.

If you want to see more affordable waterproof cameras under $100, click on any of the camera to search Amazon, but you won't find any better in this price range. 

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